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West Ham United striker Valentin Castellanos could yet form part of Argentina’s World Cup squad, it seems.
Castellanos has scored five goals in 16 games since joining West Ham United from Lazio in January – two of which came during their crucial win over Wolves on Friday night.
While Taty does not always convince, there’s little doubt that he has made a significant impact since his arrival.
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The forward has two caps for his country at senior level, the last of which came back in November 2024.
Still, Castellanos hopes to be a part of Argentina’s World Cup squad this summer as the world champions look to defend their trophy.
Lionel Scaloni – a former Hammer himself – is keeping a close eye on the forward, it seems.
Castellanos on Argentina’s radar ahead of the World Cup
Indeed, according to El Editor Mendoza, the 27-year-old is on Scaloni’s radar before he names his squad for the tournament.
Strasbourg forward Joaquin Panichelli suffered an injury late last month and has been ruled out of the showpiece event.
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La Capital, meanwhile, hailed the striker’s performance against Wolves as “extraordinary” and suggest he is still part of the picture when it comes to the national team.
Ole – although this time in an opinion piece – write that the striker “moved to be closer” to the national team.
La Nacion revealed that Scaloni keeps across every Argentinian player plying his trade in the world’s major leagues, where Castellanos plays.
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There is clearly no guarantee that the Irons star will make the World Cup squad. Despite injuries, Argentina have so many attacking options.
Still, the mere idea that a player who hasn’t always convinced while clad in claret and blue could line up alongside Lionel Messi at the World Cup is fascinating.
Castellanos might not be the flashiest of players, but he has certainly proven effective. That could come in handy in what promises to be a long and arduous tournament.
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